Special Education Assistant - Empower Students

Gresham Barlow School District; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 3,456,000 - 4,736,000; Full time

Job summary

Gresham-Barlow School District is seeking an Educational Assistant for Special Education at Dexter McCarty Middle School. The position supports students with disabilities under the supervision of teachers and specialists, and includes clerical tasks.

The role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to work with diverse learners. The district emphasizes equity and seeks candidates with relevant experience; a minimum two-year college education is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with school-age children preferred.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and First Aid/CPR training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and supervision of students with disabilities under teacher supervision.
• Provide clerical support and prepare instructional materials.
• Administer basic health care support as delegated by teachers (e.g. first aid).
• Maintain student files and assist with communications between home and school.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Clerical functions

English communication

Special health care needs

Teamwork / independence

Education

Associates degree or higher

Job description

Gresham-Barlow School District is seeking an Educational Assistant for Special Education at Dexter McCarty Middle School. The position supports students with disabilities under the supervision of teachers and specialists, and includes clerical tasks.

The role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to work with diverse learners. The district emphasizes equity and seeks candidates with relevant experience; a minimum two-year college education is required.